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On Being with Krista Tippett

Clint Smith — What We Know in the "Marrow of Our Bones"

Nov 2, 2023
Clint Smith, poet and author of How the Word Is Passed, explores the entanglement between language, history, and the intelligence of the body. Topics include the impact of Hurricane Katrina, education as empowerment, untold stories of loved ones, reckoning with history, joyful learning, and the responsibility of parents to honor history.
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Quick takeaways

  • Clint Smith emphasizes the importance of holding both the weight of history and the lightness of joy in our lives.
  • Smith discusses his own pilgrimage to historical sites and monuments, highlighting the importance of physical proximity in deepening our understanding and empathy.

Deep dives

The Power of Poetry in Capturing Moments

In Clint Smith's poem 'Dance Party,' he highlights the joy and levity found in simple moments of dancing with his children after dinner. Through vivid imagery and humor, he describes their lack of rhythm and the uninhibited enthusiasm that fills the room during their post-dinner dance parties.

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